Forever Two

In this episode, we are talking about our experiences with decision fatigue during the infertility process. The endless questions that run through your head. Should we try this procedure? Should we talk to this doctor? What about this medication? What if we do this? What if we don't do that? It's a lot and it's constant.

So we are giving the advice we have based on our experience as we navigated our fertility journey and the ultimate decision to stop pursuing parenthood.

In this episode we are talking about our trip to Alaska! We've mentioned this trip a few times in previous episodes and wanted to do a deeper dive into the highlights and our recommendations for an Alaska vacation.

This trip also represented an important part of our fertility journey timeline. We were still pursuing parenthood at this time and saw this as our last big trip prior to that happening.

Also, you don't want to miss the pictures we are going to share from this vacation on our Instagram page. You can find us at @forevertwo.podcast (Alyssa gave the incorrect handle in the episode).

In today's episode, we are reflecting on the thoughts that can come up in the quieter moments in life.

There sometimes seem to be this pressure to live a really big life when you don't have kids. Be constantly traveling or off on some grand adventure. But that's just not reality. We have PTO and budget constraints. So in this episode we are reflecting on those feelings.

In this episode, we are sharing some of the things that are commonly said to people experiencing infertility or that are childless not by choice. While these words might come from a good place, they end up not being helpful and can even be harmful in some cases.

We understand that a lot of this comes from not knowing what else to say, but that's where we come in. The goal here is to educate what can really be going through someone's head when they hear things like "don't give up hope" or "I know this person who was told they couldn't have kids but now they do."

This episode is all about what we’ve been up to since we last recorded. We’re talking about recent travels, personal growth, and life in Minnesota. This includes hockey, home projects, social life, and how we try to balance productivity and rest.

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life updates, childless lifestyle, hockey, home improvement, social life, Minnesota, travel, personal growth

In this episode, we are picking up our Alberta travel recommendations and focusing on Banff. We've got plenty of recommendations of things to do and where to eat. We're also getting outside of Banff to Lake Louise and heading into British Columbia to Emerald Lake.

Takeaways

• Banff and Calgary recommendations
• Accommodation and dining options in Banff
• Hiking and outdoor activities in Banff
• Exploring nearby attractions like Lake Louise and Emerald Lake
• 00:00 Accommodation and Dining in Banff
• 06:58 Sulphur Mountain and Gondola Experience
• 14:00 Sulphur Springs and Food in Banff
• 23:29 Exploring Lake Louise
• 28:56 Johnson Falls and Emerald Lake

In this episode, we are finally doing a deeper dive into our recommendations when visiting Calgary, Alberta. This includes things to do and where to eat. At least, as much of it as we can remember. In the next episode we will be talking in depth about our trips to Banff and surrounding areas.

In this episode, we are continuing our deep dive into the first year of knowing we are going to be childless not by choice. There were ups and downs and more than one grief to deal with. We brought a new cat into our lives and unfortunately said goodbye to our amazing Great Dane, Sansa. We traveled to Calgary for the Flames home opener and found new directions in our lives.

If anyone needs someone to talk to about living this life path, please know our inbox is always open. You can DM us on Instagram, @forevertwo.podcast.

In this episode, we are reflecting on our first year of being childless not by choice, discussing the emotional challenges we faced during significant holidays and milestones. We are getting into the journey of moving to Minnesota, the excitement of house hunting, and the joy of rediscovering life through concerts and new experiences.

Key takeaways:

The first year of childlessness brings unique emotional challenges.

Holidays can be particularly difficult for those navigating grief.

It's important to acknowledge and process feelings of sadness.

Support from friends and family is crucial during transitions.

Embracing change can lead to personal growth and new experiences.

It's okay to prioritize your own happiness and well-being.

Life continues to evolve, and it's important to adapt to new circumstances.

In this episode, we are reflecting on our hockey journeys, as fans and players. We love the community aspect of hockey, how it has served as a coping mechanism during challenging times. The conversation also touches on memorable moments on the ice, the transition to new leagues, and the significance of hockey in our lives as we navigate changes and challenges.